Ayurvedic Treatment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ( ADHD) works on the body, mind, and soul levels. In Ayurveda, the concept of life, mind, and body is an extension of universal energy and its’ unique concept is widely used in managing ADHD. Ayurvedic herbal medicines, Yoga, and Pranayama are used to correct the causes at the macro and micro levels of the body. Herbs selected in the treatment have unique effects on the micro levels of mind and soul.
ADHD is a chronic condition associated with a combination of difficulty in attention, hyperactivity along impulsiveness. This is a mental health disorder that begins in childhood and may occur in adulthood also.
- Signs and symptoms of ADHD
- Causes of ADHD
- Pathophysiology of ADHD
- Diagnosis of ADHD
- Treatments of ADHD
- Prognosis of ADHD
- Complications of ADHD
- ADHD in Ayurveda
- Nidana- Causes of ADHD
- Purvaroopam (Premonitory Symptoms) of ADHD
- Lakshana of ADHD
- Chikitsa (Treatment) for ADHD
- Diet desirable in ADHD
- Йога
- Research articles link.
Signs and Symptoms
There occurs a wide range of behavioural changes that occurs in ADHD.
- Trouble in concentrating or focussing on a task.
- Easy distractions
- Finds difficulty in sitting still
- Less focussed to complete the task
- Interrupt others while talking
- Trouble multitasking
- Disorganization and problems prioritizing.
- Poor time management skills, poor planning
- Low frustration tolerance
Причины
- ADHD is considered a neurobiological metabolic and functional disorder in the brain. In affected persons, there are significant anomalies in the neurotransmitter system which is triggered by an imbalance in dopamine and noradrenaline. When these neurotransmitters are out of balance, faulty information processing will result in the affected areas of the brain.
- ADHD has a genetic predisposition.
- Social and environmental factors like the lack of a structured daily routine, and impaired family structure or high media consumption also influence ADHD
- Premature birth, Alcohol, and drug consumption during pregnancy may also be reasons. birth
Патофизиология
The exact pathophysiology of ADHD is still not clear. Possible theories include abnormalities in the functioning of neurotransmitters, brain structure, and cognitive function. The frontal and prefrontal regions of the brain, as well as possibly the parietal lobe and cerebellum, are thought to be associated with ADHD.
Cognitive function deficits may usually be seen in the resting brain but the Default-Mode-Network (DMN) activity may be involved. This is key in the region of the brain used to process tasks. and as a result, affected individuals are likely to have difficulty in regulating and maintaining attention.
Диагноз
ADHD is diagnosed based on the guidelines in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fifth Edition (DSM-5)
Treatments
Treatment of ADHD includes,
- Behavioural therapy
- Medication- Stimulants are the best-known medication for ADHD. Examples include Ritalin, Adderall, and Dexedrine
- Training for parents
Прогноз
ADHD is a disorder without a cure. It will have a serious and long-term impact on a person’s life.
Осложнения
ADHD if not treated will have complications like,
- Poor self-esteem and risky behaviour.
- Substance abuse, accidents, or injuries.
- Trouble interacting with peers and difficulty in maintaining a relationship.
- Excess weight and eating disorders.
- Disturbed sleep.
Disease and Ayurveda
Not a single disease can be correlated to ADHD, instead, the context of Unmaada and Graha dosha encompasses most of its symptoms. The same treatment principle can be adopted in the management of ADHD.
Nidana- Causes
Unmaada occurs to a person,
- When the mind is afflicted repeatedly by desires, anger, greed, excitement, fear, attachment, exertion, anxiety and grief; and
- When the person is subjected to excessive mental trauma / physical assault.
Unmada is defined as cognitive distortion happening to mind, intellect, consciousness, knowledge, memory, desire, attitude, activities and behaviour
Purvaroopam- Premonitory Symptoms
Premonitory symptoms include Emptiness in the head, noises in the ears, hard breathing, Absence of inclination to food, anorexia, indigestion, etc.
Lakshana Signs and Symptoms
In Vatika Unmaada,
- Incoherent speech and constant wandering
The symptoms in paithika unmaada are as follows,
- Irritation and anger
- The excitement in inappropriate situations
Divisions based on Dosha
Unmaada types,
- Vata
- Pitta
- Kapha
- Sannipatika
- Agantuja
Прогноз
Chikitsa- Treatment
Vata samana and Medhya drugs can be used in the treatment of ADHD.
Самана
- Ghee preparations like-
Brahmi ghrita
Kalyanaka ghrita
Mahatpanchagavya Ghrita
- For Abhyanga
Vatasini taila
Bala thaila
- Medhya rasayana like Brahmi, Sankhapushpi etc.
Содхана
- Snehapana, Swedana followed by Elimination of doshas by emesis, purgation, and finally, suitable enemas can be given.
Also try: Manasamitravatakam Tablet for ADHD
Brands Available
- Kottakal Aryavaidya Saala
- VAidyaratnam Oushadhasaala
- SNA oushadhasaala
- AVP
Диета
- High protein diets like beans, cheese, eggs, meat and nuts
- Ghee
- milk
Йога
Yoga improves concentration and confidence.
Pranayama or the breathing exercise makes a good control over thoughts
Meditation also calms the mind.
Research articles link.
https://pharmascope.org/ijrps/article/view/2774/5900
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3221068/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3768216/
Писатель:
Dr. Rajesh Nair, the co-founder and chief consultant of Ayurvedaforall, is a graduate of prestigious Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda College (affiliated with the University of Calicut), Kerala, India. Additionally, he holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Yoga Therapy from Annamalai University.
Доктор Наир проводит консультации в двух оживленных клиниках в Харипаде и его окрестностях, Аллеппи, Керала, южном штате, известном на весь мир аутентичным аюрведическим лечением и врачами. Предлагая консультации по всем аспектам аюрведического лечения, доктор Наир проявляет особый интерес к панчакарме, йоге и массажу.
Through Ayurvedaforall Dr. Nair offers online consultation to patients worldwide and has served hundreds of patients over the last 20 years. In addition to his Ayurvedic practice, he is the chief editor of ayurveda-amai.org, the online portal of Ayurveda Medical Association of India, and the state committee member of Ayurveda Medical Association of India.
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